The aim of this study was to investigate whether plasma n-3 fatty acid concentration is related to hs-CRP concentration.

A total of 124 free-living adults were divided into tertiles [three groups] of plasma hs-CRP (3.0 mg/l). Body composition and anthropometric measurements were recorded. Hs-CRP was analyzed using immunoassays and fatty acids were measured by gas chromatography.

It is not surprising to learn that those with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids had lower levels of C-reactive protein. I am curious whether the subjects provided any other information about their health status that would indicate some manifestation of this low-grade inflammation, such as pain, digestive problems, emotional difficulties or subtle signs of heart disease, such as a tendency towards higher blood pressure compared to the other group.